Is my car going to die

Captivate05 · 01-31-2011, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elpezpr

As I have learned the hard way when a car is not functioning properly every mile you drive it turns into more cash for the repair. Something that might cost you $250 to fix could and will turn into a $500+ repair. My recommendation is to stop driving the car now.

+1.

That's how my first car was murdered. By my sister, when I was out of town. It went from a $6 repair (stuck thermostat) to a $3000 repair (new engine), which was more than my car was worth ('99 Ford Escort ZX2).

Sharkfood · 02-01-2011, 03:25 AM

IME worn out CV joints usually make a clicking sound. If it's wom,wom,wom, that sounds less like a CV joint to me. Have the mechanic check it anyway though. The boots rip very often, then you loose grease, or get dirt in the grease and the joint wears quickly then starts slipping and binding, making the clicking or popping noise.

To check a wheel bearing, the jack just has to get the tire to clear the ground. The sound you're describing now sounds more like tire wear/deformity, alignment, or bearing issue. Hard to say since I can't actually hear it, or feel the car shake. Pulling to one side when you stop is usually a hung caliper from my experience, but you usually can't hear or feel that unless you apply the brake. Like the previous poster said, a low tire can make the car pull to one side.

Call Car Talk, maybe we'll get to hear you on the radio.

redman88 · 02-01-2011, 04:08 AM

check for damage to the plastic air dampeners under the front bumper, and in the wheel wells, my wife's car was make a noise like that, and it was just some broken plastic under and behind the front bumper.

Jaggedfury · 02-02-2011, 12:53 AM

Subaru are notorious for headgasket problem. In your case this isn't it but I would advise taking it to a Subaru specialize shop that isn't a Subaru dealership. This is to bring down the cost if any repair are made.

Or drive it to me and I"ll test drive and have it lifted up in the air and I'll check all the problems and let you know.

It's difficult to diagnose when it's not seen in person.

5 days ago, I've just did a headgasket on a Subaru.. wasn't a Legacy.. but it sucks to do repairs on one.

Star the car up, leave it in park, open your hood and if the noise is coming from the engine.. you have a rod knock.

If it's idles fine, and the noise is present when the car is moving only.. it has to do your transmission, brakes systems and AWD drivegears/shalf.

Eden Marel · 02-02-2011, 01:50 AM

Yea I have stop driving it this week

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaggedfury

Subaru are notorious for headgasket problem. In your case this isn't it but I would advise taking it to a Subaru specialize shop that isn't a Subaru dealership. This is to bring down the cost if any repair are made.

Or drive it to me and I"ll test drive and have it lifted up in the air and I'll check all the problems and let you know.

It's difficult to diagnose when it's not seen in person.

5 days ago, I've just did a headgasket on a Subaru.. wasn't a Legacy.. but it sucks to do repairs on one.

Star the car up, leave it in park, open your hood and if the noise is coming from the engine.. you have a rod knock.

If it's idles fine, and the noise is present when the car is moving only.. it has to do your transmission, brakes systems and AWD drivegears/shalf.

Okay driving to California... I could like visit my relatives that live in CA!!! hmm... I hope it doesn't blow up on my way there lol O_O hahahaha

If I start the car up and do that, the problem is.... this problem only happens when I speed up to and over 35MPH.

neumahrs · 02-02-2011, 06:39 PM

On the bright side, subaru boxer engines are built like a tank and can take a beating and still work. However definitely let a reputable mechanic take a look.

Eden Marel · 02-04-2011, 08:33 PM

Okay well I had Subaru check it out and it took them maybe 45 minutes to figure out it was the Front Right Wheel Bearing. I knew it had to do with the Front Right, just not sure what. He said if I had driven on it for a couple more miles it would have broken apart. Well anyways, it cost $410!! Wouch. At first my dad didn't want them to do it since he thought it was overpriced, so he sent me to some other places, but it would've cost over $550-600 at the other places.

But now it is nice and quiet!!

HypnoticAquatic · 02-04-2011, 09:08 PM

good to hear, also remember to have someone retighten your lugs after 50miles or so when ever you rotate of take off a wheel! no need to have a tire come loose or off it really gets pricey then makes a neat spark show though.

ridewake210 · 02-04-2011, 11:44 PM

The loud noise/hum is a wheel bearing that is bad.

One can be changed in anyone's driveway with the right tools.

**kevmo911** · 02-04-2011, 11:57 PM

IME, the best place to take a car is a reputable (that is, honest, experienced, efficient, and reasonably priced) mechanic. Unfortunately, most people don't know one of those. The next best bet is to take it to the dealership. It will be overpriced, but *probably* honest, and they darn well know what they're doing, since they specialize in your make, and almost definitely have seen your particular issue (whatever it is) over and over again. They also tend to employ more people, and, if your issue is a stumper, more people brainstorming on a problem are more likely to quickly come to a solution.

*edit* And if you need a particular part, they have it, or know where to get it very quickly.

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redman88 Planted Tank Enthusiast (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: roswell, nm Posts: 571	check for damage to the plastic air dampeners under the front bumper, and in the wheel wells, my wife's car was make a noise like that, and it was just some broken plastic under and behind the front bumper. __________________ SunSun Pimp #7

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Jaggedfury Twin Turbo Lexus SC300 (View User Tanks) PTrader: (135/100%) Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 1,911	Subaru are notorious for headgasket problem. In your case this isn't it but I would advise taking it to a Subaru specialize shop that isn't a Subaru dealership. This is to bring down the cost if any repair are made. Or drive it to me and I"ll test drive and have it lifted up in the air and I'll check all the problems and let you know. It's difficult to diagnose when it's not seen in person. 5 days ago, I've just did a headgasket on a Subaru.. wasn't a Legacy.. but it sucks to do repairs on one. Star the car up, leave it in park, open your hood and if the noise is coming from the engine.. you have a rod knock. If it's idles fine, and the noise is present when the car is moving only.. it has to do your transmission, brakes systems and AWD drivegears/shalf. __________________ She winks, Let's dance.

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Eden Marel Planted Tank Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (38/100%) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 3,379	Okay well I had Subaru check it out and it took them maybe 45 minutes to figure out it was the Front Right Wheel Bearing. I knew it had to do with the Front Right, just not sure what. He said if I had driven on it for a couple more miles it would have broken apart. Well anyways, it cost $410!! Wouch. At first my dad didn't want them to do it since he thought it was overpriced, so he sent me to some other places, but it would've cost over $550-600 at the other places. But now it is nice and quiet!! __________________ Canon Club Agent #007 PSN: EdenMarel Erica's Photos on Razzi

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02-01-2011, 03:25 AM	#32
Sharkfood Planted Tank Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (2/100%) Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Posts: 2,536	IME worn out CV joints usually make a clicking sound. If it's wom,wom,wom, that sounds less like a CV joint to me. Have the mechanic check it anyway though. The boots rip very often, then you loose grease, or get dirt in the grease and the joint wears quickly then starts slipping and binding, making the clicking or popping noise. To check a wheel bearing, the jack just has to get the tire to clear the ground. The sound you're describing now sounds more like tire wear/deformity, alignment, or bearing issue. Hard to say since I can't actually hear it, or feel the car shake. Pulling to one side when you stop is usually a hung caliper from my experience, but you usually can't hear or feel that unless you apply the brake. Like the previous poster said, a low tire can make the car pull to one side. Call Car Talk, maybe we'll get to hear you on the radio.

02-02-2011, 06:39 PM	#36
neumahrs Planted Tank Enthusiast (View User Tanks) PTrader: (4/100%) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 513	On the bright side, subaru boxer engines are built like a tank and can take a beating and still work. However definitely let a reputable mechanic take a look.

02-04-2011, 09:08 PM	#38
HypnoticAquatic Wannabe Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (18/100%) Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: arvada, co Posts: 1,273	good to hear, also remember to have someone retighten your lugs after 50miles or so when ever you rotate of take off a wheel! no need to have a tire come loose or off it really gets pricey then makes a neat spark show though.

02-04-2011, 11:57 PM	#40
kevmo911 Planted Tank Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (32/100%) Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 3,750	IME, the best place to take a car is a reputable (that is, honest, experienced, efficient, and reasonably priced) mechanic. Unfortunately, most people don't know one of those. The next best bet is to take it to the dealership. It will be overpriced, but probably honest, and they darn well know what they're doing, since they specialize in your make, and almost definitely have seen your particular issue (whatever it is) over and over again. They also tend to employ more people, and, if your issue is a stumper, more people brainstorming on a problem are more likely to quickly come to a solution. edit And if you need a particular part, they have it, or know where to get it very quickly.